Cast
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Catherine Spaak
as Ghiga /Giselle/ Cirilla
John Phillip Law
as Fra Felice
Renato Salvatori
as Nicola
Enrico Maria Salerno
as Giuliano
Adolfo Celi
as Alberto
Aldo Puglisi
as calzolaio
Dante Posani
as Carmelo
Tiberio Murgia
as addetto all'acquedotto
Rina Franchetti
as suocera di Giselle
Joe Sentieri
as protettore di Giselle
Diletta D'Andrea
as Gabriella
Toni Ucci
as Peppino
Anna Maria Checchi
as Donatella
Crew
Director
- Franco Rossi
- Luigi Comencini
- Renato Castellani
Producer
- Giorgio Papi
- Arrigo Colombo
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Three Nights of Love examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Franco Rossi brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1964, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Three Nights of Love took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 113 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 169 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1933 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 415 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1964, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Three Nights of Love shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Father Mother Sister Brother, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Three Nights of Love subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Some Other Stories and Paris Je T'aime explore similar territory, Three Nights of Love stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: October 8, 1964
- Runtime: 1h 53m
